Olivia Mecca sent a perfect crossing pass to Kara Deming, who finished off the play with the only goal of the game with under 10 minutes to go in regulation as Northwestern blanked crosstown rival Gilbert, 1-0, Friday in Berkshire League action in Winsted.

Kaelin Hester stopped five shots for Northwestern (2-0).

Alyssa Jamieson made 10 saves for Gilbert (0-2).

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